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{CORE-ALIGNED} EXPOSITORY WRITING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
How to Use this Document
Course Overview and Purpose
Prerequisites and Prior Knowledge
Course Objectives and Outcomes
Best Practices for Writing Instruction
APPENDICES
A. Sample Syllabus
B. Suggested Modules and Assignments
C. Crosswalk: Common Core State Standards (ELA 11-12) and Expository Writing Objectives
D. Common Core State Standards ELA Appendix A
E. Bibliography (finalizing after evaluation period)
CORE TO COLLEGE INITIATIVE
COURSE PROFILE
{CORE-ALIGNED} EXPOSITORY WRITING
How to Use this Document
This document was developed to illustrate how Expository Writing might be redesigned to challenge firstyear students who have mastered the knowledge and skills identified in the 11th and 12th grade Common Core State
Standards-English/Language Arts (CCSS-ELA) in their high school work. The CCSS-ELA Writing standards are
organized around four anchor standards: Text Types and Purpose, Production and Distribution of Writing, Research
to Build and Present Knowledge, and Range of Writing. The content of this course profile was derived from
mapping typical goals and objectives in a freshman composition class to the 11 and 12 grade CCSS-ELA Writing
Standards. This mapping resulted in the following guiding principles regarding Expository Writing:
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1) The first composition course begins the study of writing as a process, not only as a product, with a focus
on synthesizing, abstracting, representing, and incorporating ideas from diverse points of view.
2) Expository Writing requires that writing involves analysis of audience, purpose, tone, social context, and
genre in writing arguments to support claims.
3) Assignments are of sufficient complexity to require students to demonstrate mastery of writing processes
pertaining to invention, research, revision, organization, drafting through multiple drafts, editing, and
adjusting for rhetorical context. Central to these processes is the use of instructor-guided peer review.
4) Effective use of technology is evident in assignments.
With these principles in mind, this document outlines possible topics/assignments to fulfill the goals and
objectives of the course. These were not developed as prescriptive devices, but with a view toward providing sample
options for aligning writing courses with CCSS-ELA. The modules of instruction presented are arranged to facilitate
development of depth in student learning outcomes over an entire semester. The wide range of suggestions for texts
and assignments are based on recognized exemplary practices in teaching writing and are designed to supplement
and extend current practices in Expository Writing.
Course Overview and Purpose
This course is the first of a two-course sequence of required study in composition. The focus
in this course is on expanding the student’s ability to analyze and adapt to various rhetorical situations and patterns
in order to meet the challenges of complex writing assignments in other coursework and beyond college. Through
study of the principles and practice of effective reading and writing, students will demonstrate their ability to make
sense of complex or conflicting ideas conveyed through a variety of media (print, visual, digital, audio), construct
logical and persuasive arguments, and communicate those to others.
In constructing the suggested modules included in Appendix B, we specifically only utilized open-source
texts as resources to ensure that the materials may be useful to all faculty, regardless of textbook choice.
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Prerequisites and Prior Knowledge
Prior to enrolling in this course, students must have
 demonstrated proficiency on CCSS-ELA standards through prescribed assessments or must have
completed any prescribed developmental coursework;
 satisfied Tennessee’s College Readiness benchmark via an approved college readiness assessment; and
 met the institution’s requirements for placement into the course (e.g., ACT score, AP score, SAT score).
In addition, students need specific rhetorical and twenty-first-century skills, habits of mind, and
experiences that are critical for student success. These build upon what students have experienced through
the Common Core State Standards, and are best articulated in the “Framework for Success in Postsecondary
Writing,” a document that draws on current research in writing and writing pedagogy and is endorsed by the
National Council of Teachers of English, Council of Writing Program Administrators, and the National
Writing Project. Below is a brief description of the habits of mind and writing, reading, and critical analysis
experiences detailed in the Framework.
“Habits of mind” refers to ways of approaching learning that are both intellectual and practical and that
will support students’ success in a variety of fields and disciplines. The Framework identifies eight habits of
mind essential for success in college writing:
 Curiosity – the desire to know more about the world.
 Openness – the willingness to consider new ways of being and thinking in the world.
 Engagement – a sense of investment and involvement in learning.
 Creativity – the ability to use novel approaches for generating, investigating, and representing ideas.
 Persistence – the ability to sustain interest in and attention to short- and long-term projects.
 Responsibility – the ability to take ownership of one’s actions and understand the consequences of
those actions for oneself and others.
 Flexibility – the ability to adapt to situations, expectations, or demands.
 Metacognition – the ability to reflect on one’s own thinking as well as on the individual and cultural
processes used to structure knowledge.
These habits of mind can be fostered through writing, reading, and critical-analysis experiences that develop
students’:
 Rhetorical knowledge – the ability to analyze and act on understandings of audiences, purposes, and
contexts in creating and comprehending texts;
 Critical thinking – the ability to analyze a situation or text and make thoughtful decisions based on
that analysis, through writing, reading, and research;
 Writing processes – multiple strategies to approach and undertake writing and research;
 Knowledge of conventions – the formal and informal guidelines that define what is considered to be
correct and appropriate, or incorrect and inappropriate, in a piece of writing; and
 Ability to compose in multiple environments – from traditional pen and paper to electronic
technologies.
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Course Objectives
1. Drawing on a variety of texts, complete writing tasks that demonstrate an understanding of the rhetorical
situations presented in those texts. Students will use critical thinking processes such as abstracting, representing,
incorporating, and synthesizing ideas from diverse points of view.
2. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of two or more texts on the same topic, synthesizing
information learned in order to convey complex ideas and incorporating evidence into student's argument.
3. Develop the skill of constructive critique focusing on higher order concerns, including matters of design, during
peer workshops.
4. Use technology to practice and develop writing processes pertaining to invention, revision, organization, drafting
through multiple drafts, editing, and adjusting for rhetorical context (purpose, audience, persona, social context,
and genre).
5. Compose viable research questions and conduct research required to answer them using library databases and
other credible sources.
6. Use text-based evidence to support written analysis and arguments.
7. Reflect on the ways in which different writing tasks and elements of the writing process contribute to writing
development.
8. Produce readable and engaging finished products that reflect appropriate academic textual conventions of
presentation and are free from distracting errors.
Course Outcomes
1. Compose three to five formal writing projects, at least two of which substantially and effectively synthesize and
incorporate complex non-fiction texts produced by others.
2. Through a portfolio project or notebook of writing pieces, demonstrate a repertoire of writing strategies-from
generating ideas, to planning, to drafting, to revising, to editing and proofreading.
3. Complete instructor-guided peer review to show understanding of student writing from different perspectives
and through a critical lens.
4. Demonstrate mastery of technology by submitting essays and completing revisions online.
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Best Practices for Writing Instruction
NCTE Beliefs about the Teaching of Writing
The methods used by an instructor in a writing course should reflect what current research tells us about how
students can best be helped to improve their writing. To that end, a first-year college writing class should aim to
include a variety of the following instructional practices:
 In-class writing time to apply lessons and practice writing techniques. Alternate teacher- and student-set
goals for this time. Sometimes, the goal might be to develop a clear thesis. Another time, the goal might
be to practice using a specific revision technique introduced by the teacher.
 Frequent small group tasks (discussing, drafting, responding, etc.)
 Whole class discussions of reading or writing concepts.
 Questioning students/Challenging them to support their claims.
 Workshop time for students to share drafts and give and receive constructive feedback on individual
drafts, single assignments, and/or writing portfolios.
 Teaching specific revision strategies and offering time for guided revision (not just “go home and
revise”).
 Teaching writing as an intellectual recursive process, including, and especially, strategies for invention,
arrangement, and revision.
 Sequence assignments to build on students’ improving mastery of concepts and skills.
 Design assignments that require students to practice their rhetorical knowledge. That is, offer
assignments that achieve a specific purpose, speak to a particular audience, and involve multiple modes
(description and explication to support an argument, for example).
 Share evaluation criteria for each assignment with students when assignment is given and encourage
them to use that information to self-assess as they write.
 Address grammar and style problems in the context of student writing. That is, research shows that
students gain more control over grammar and mechanics in writing when they learn a rule and then
apply it immediately.
 Build reflective writing into course.
 Provide prompt feedback to student drafts.
 One-on-one conferences with students to individualize instruction and build rapport and trust.
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Appendix A: Sample Syllabus
CORE TO COLLEGE INITIATIVE
SAMPLE COURSE SYLLABUS
(CORE-ALIGNED) ENGL 1010
Class Hours: 3.0
Laboratory Hours: 0.0
Credit Hours: 3.0
Revised: Fall, 2013
Catalog Description:
This course is the first of a two course sequence of required study in composition. The focus in this course is on
expanding the student’s ability to analyze and adapt to various rhetorical situations and patterns in order to meet
the challenges of complex writing assignments in other coursework and beyond college.
Entry Level Standards:
Prerequisites:
 Demonstrated proficiency on CCSS-ELA standards through prescribed assessments or must have
completed any prescribed developmental coursework.
 Satisfy Tennessee’s College Readiness benchmark via an approved college readiness assessment.
 Meet the institution’s requirements for placement into the course.
Textbook(s) and Other Course Materials:
<Insert textbook and materials here. Suggested texts and supplementary materials are included in Appendix B>
Textbook:
<Insert textbook here. Suggested texts are included in Appendix B.>
Technology Requirement:
Access to and comfort with various technologies for locating and processing information.
Course Description:
This course is the first of a two course sequence of required study in composition. The focus in this course is on
expanding the student’s ability to analyze and adapt to various rhetorical situations and patterns in order to meet
the challenges of complex writing assignments in other coursework and beyond college. Through study of the
principles and practice of effective writing and reading in the service of writing, students will demonstrate their
ability to make sense of complex or conflicting ideas conveyed through a variety of media (print, visual, digital,
audio), construct logical and persuasive arguments, and communicate those to others.
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Course Objectives:
1. Drawing on a variety of texts, complete writing tasks that demonstrate an understanding of the rhetorical
situations presented in those texts. Students will use critical thinking processes such as abstracting, representing,
incorporating, and synthesizing ideas from diverse points of view.
2. Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of two or more texts on the same topic, synthesizing
information learned in order to convey complex ideas and incorporating evidence into student's argument.
3. Develop the skill of constructive critique focusing on higher order concerns, including matters of design, during
peer workshops.
4. Use technology to practice and develop writing processes pertaining to invention, revision, organization, drafting
through multiple drafts, editing, and adjusting for rhetorical context (purpose, audience, persona, social context,
and genre).
5. Compose viable research questions and conduct research required to answer them using library databases and
other credible sources.
6. Use text-based evidence to support written analysis and arguments.
7. Reflect on the ways in which different writing tasks and elements of the writing process contribute to writing
development.
8. Produce readable and engaging finished products that reflect appropriate academic textual conventions of
presentation and are free from distracting errors.
Course Outcomes:
1. Compose three to five formal writing projects, at least two of which substantially and effectively synthesize and
incorporate complex non-fiction texts produced by others.
2. Through a portfolio project or notebook of writing pieces, demonstrate a repertoire of writing strategies-from
generating ideas, to planning, to drafting, to revising, to editing and proofreading.
3. Complete instructor-guided peer review to show understanding of student writing from different perspectives
and through a critical lens.
4. Demonstrate mastery of technology by submitting essays and completing revisions online.
Course Sequence
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Module I (Weeks 1-3) – Rhetoric and the rhetorical situation
o Week 1 – Modes of writing
o Week 2 – Writing as a recursive process
o Week 3 – Writing workshop
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Module II (Weeks 4-5) – Rhetorical appeals
o Week 4 – Rhetorical analysis to address logos, ethos, pathos, and kairos
o Week 5 – Writing workshop
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Module III (Weeks 6-10) – Inquiry
o Week 6 – Composing and revising research questions
o Week 7 – Locating and using sources effectively
o Week 8 – Locate and evaluate sources
o Week 9 – Locate and evaluate sources
o Week 10 – Critically review, revise and replace sources
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Module IV (Weeks 11-13) – Taking a position
o Week 11 – Qualifying claims and marshaling compelling evidence
o Week 12 – Organizing and writing the researched position paper
o Week 13 – Revising to tighten the argument
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Module V (Weeks 14-15) – Showcase
o Week 14 – Reinforcing reflection and revision
o Week 15 - Editing and presenting
Evaluation
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Formative/Summative Assessment
 The use of both formative and summative assessments is important in the context of this course.
Suggestions are included in ENGL 1010 Course Profile.
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Grading
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A = Texts fully meet all assignment requirements and offer appropriate responses to the original
assignment. The main purpose is stated clearly (via a title or thesis statement) and strongly
supported through credible evidence. Writing is clear, engaging, grammatically correct, and easy
to read. Texts are appropriate for the audience and show originality in details, word choice, and
approach to the assignment.
B = Texts meet assignment requirements and offer appropriate responses to the original
assignment. The main purpose is stated clearly (via a title or thesis statement) and strongly
supported with credible evidence. Writing is generally clear, engaging, grammatically correct,
and easy to read, though there may be a few minor problems. The text shows an understanding of
audience expectations.
C = Texts adequately meet assignment requirements and respond adequately to the original
assignment. A thesis or main point is clear, but it may not be sufficiently focused or supported.
Some problems with organization, style, tone, or mechanics are also present.
D = Texts show some evidence of attempting to meet assignment requirements but have many
problems with organization, thesis support, word choice, style, or mechanics.
F = Texts fail to meet assignment requirements or have several major problems with tone,
writing style, thesis support, organization, and mechanics.
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Other Evaluation Methods
 As assigned by instructor
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Grading Scale
 As assigned by instructor
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Appendix B: Suggested Modules and Assignments
The next few pages contain a series of suggested modules with example assignments that align with the
Core-Aligned Expository Writing Course Objectives and Outcomes. The modules are formatted in tables to aid
comprehension and synthesize all the components that should be considered in planning a rigorous, contentbased course in Expository Writing.
The modules are designed in a sequence but can be modified and used at faculty discretion. However,
essential to this course design is a focus on analyzing and synthesizing inter-disciplinary, non-fiction texts
through rigorous writing assignments and critical thinking.
Each module includes information regarding estimated time required, suggested texts, alignment to
course objectives and outcomes, a glossary of terms, and a week by week sequence of potential activities. Every
activity is additionally categorized by the habit of mind (referenced in Prerequisites and Prior Knowledge) to
which it most correlates:
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Rhetorical knowledge –the ability to analyze and act on understandings of audiences, purposes, and
contexts in creating and comprehending texts;
Critical thinking – the ability to analyze a situation or text and make thoughtful decisions based on
that analysis, through writing, reading, and research;
Writing processes – multiple strategies to approach and undertake writing and research;
Knowledge of conventions – the formal and informal guidelines that define what is considered to be
correct and appropriate, or incorrect and inappropriate, in a piece of writing.
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Module 1: What is Rhetoric and the Rhetorical Situation?
Estimated Time
Required:
Learning Objectives
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3 Weeks
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1 – Drawing on a variety of texts, complete writing tasks that demonstrate an
understanding of the rhetorical situations presented in those texts. Students will
use critical thinking processes such as abstracting, representing, incorporating,
and synthesizing ideas from diverse points of view.
2 – Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of two or more texts on the
same topic, synthesizing information learned in order to convey complex ideas
and incorporating evidence into student's argument.
6 – Use text-based evidence to support written analysis and arguments.
7 – Reflect on the ways in which different writing tasks and elements of the
writing process contribute to writing development.
One formal writing project that demonstrates student understanding of the
rhetorical situation, including the six elements of effective writing and modes as
a means to achieve a purpose.
A written reflection that demonstrates awareness of the project objectives and
outcomes and the writing process that helped them achieve the assignment’s
goals.
Understand five elements of effective writing—purpose, audience, tone, social
context, and genre.
Understand how forms of writing tie into how we determine effective
communication.
Understand traditional writing modes as a means to an end.
Engage in a recursive writing process.
Giles, “Reflective Writing and the Revision Process”
Hess, Amanda. “To Prevent Rape on College Campuses, Focus on the
Rapists, Not the Victims.”
Purdue OWL, “Understanding Writing: The Rhetorical Situation” (Narrated
Powerpoint)
Reid, Shelley, “Ten Ways to Think About Writing”
UT El Paso Writing Center Recursive Writing Process
Yoffe, Emily. “College Women: Stop Getting Drunk.”
Yoffe, Emily. “Emily Yoffe Responds to Her Critics.”
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Learning Outcomes:
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Learning Targets:
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Suggested Texts:
Suggested
Assessment of
Student Mastery of
Concepts/Skills:
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Analysis of text using the five elements of effective writing (example
assignment)
Literacy memoir
Letter to the editor
Brochure
Feature article
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Suggested Learning Progression of Concepts/Skills:
Key: (R=Rhetorical Knowledge, C=Critical Thinking, Writing, and Reading, P=Processes, W=Conventions of
Writing; #=Learning Objective)
Engagement:
Week 1
1. Opening Discussion: “Can “bad writing” be effective?” Use the discussion and samples of
effective and ineffective writing in different genres/styles/tones/levels-of-correctness to
introduce the five elements of effective writing. (R; 13.7) (30 minutes)
Modes in the Service of Effective Writing:
2. Mini-lecture/discussion to identify traditionally-taught modes: narration, description,
exposition, compare/contrast, and persuasion. Outcome: students should understand that for
many years, these modes have been taught as stand-alone purposes for writing. (R; 13.7) (10
minutes)
3. Writing activity to illustrate the problem with stand-alone modes: Assign groups of students
to individually write one of the following: (1) a narrative paragraph with no description; (2) a
compare/contrast paragraph with no exposition (explaining); (3) a persuasive paragraph with
no exposition (explanation). Share and discuss paragraphs and process. (R; 13.7) (30 minutes)
4. Mini-lecture on these various modes as a means to an end. That “end” is the writing’s
purpose, which is always an infinitive verb (i.e., to inquire or explore, to analyze or interpret,
to take a stand, to evaluate or judge; to propose a solution; to seek common ground; to inform
or explain; to express or reflect, etc. (R; 13.7) (5 minutes)
5. Read, annotate, and discuss model paragraphs from contemporary or older publications that
incorporate several modes to achieve a larger purpose. (C; 13.1) (30 minutes)
Understanding Writing as a Rhetorical Practice:
6. Discuss using students’ annotations “Purdue OWL, “Understanding Writing: The Rhetorical
Situation” (C; 13.1) (15 minutes)
7. Discuss using students’ annotations Reid, Shelley, “Ten Ways to Think About Writing.” (C;
13.1) (30 minutes)
Week 2
Understanding Writing as a Recursive Process that includes reflection and revision:
1. Discuss using students’ annotations UT El Paso Writing Center Recursive Writing Process
Discuss using students’ annotations Giles, “Reflective Writing and the Revision Process”
(C; 13.1) (20 minutes)
Formal Writing Assignment:
2. Introduce first major writing assignment (for our purposes, an analysis of a text’s use of the
five elements of effective writing). Read and discuss models of the genre(s) students will
write. Focus on features that students will need to include in their piece. (R; 13.1) (30
minutes)
3. Based on students’ reading annotations, discuss how pieces of a text set address these
five elements:
a. Original piece: Yoffe, Emily. “College Women: Stop Getting Drunk.”
Salon.com. 15 Oct. 2013.
b. Response: Hess, Amanda. “To Prevent Rape on College Campuses, Focus on the
Rapists, Not the Victims.” Salon.com. 16 Oct. 2013.
c. Rebuttal from Original Writer: Yoffe, Emily. “Emily Yoffe Responds to Her Critics.”
Salon.com. 18 Oct. 2013. (C; R; 13.1; 13.2) (50 minutes)
4. In-class (and) out of class pre-writing for major assignment. (P; 13.1; 13.6) (50 minutes)
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Week 3
Writing Workshop:
1. First draft and reflective writer’s statement workshopped by peers. (P; 13.4; 13.3; 13.7) (50
minutes)
2. Revision work in and out of class. (P; 13.4) (100 minutes)
3. Teacher draft with reflective writer’s statement due at end of week. (Teacher will provide
feedback to facilitate student revision. At teacher’s discretion, students complete a final draft
within a few days or for a final portfolio.) (P; 13.4) (0 minutes)
Glossary of Terms:
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Abstracting: turn a large piece of writing into a short, powerful summary
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Annotation: a summary that also includes remarks about the credibility of the
source.
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Recursive writing: a writing process that involves non-linear revising over time.
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Rhetorical situation: context in which students will engage readers in a piece of
writing. May include audience, purpose, and tone.
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Social context: writing for an audience for a specific purpose.
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Synthesize: draw conclusions based on two or more texts
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Module 2: Rhetorical Appeals
Estimated Time
Required:
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2 Weeks
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1 – Drawing on a variety of texts, complete writing tasks that demonstrate an
understanding of the rhetorical situations presented in those texts. Students will
use critical thinking processes such as abstracting, representing, incorporating,
and synthesizing ideas from diverse points of view.
2 – Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of two or more texts on the
same topic, synthesizing information learned in order to convey complex ideas
and incorporating evidence into student's argument.
3 – Develop the skill of constructive critique focusing on higher order concerns,
including matters of design, during peer workshops.
4 – Use technology to practice and develop writing processes pertaining to
invention, revision, organization, drafting through multiple drafts, editing, and
adjusting for rhetorical context (purpose, audience, persona, social context, and
genre)
6 – Use text-based evidence to support written analysis and arguments.
7 – Reflect on the ways in which different writing tasks and elements of the
writing process contribute to writing development.
One formal rhetorical analysis of the five elements of effective writing AS
WELL AS the writer’s use of ethos, logos, pathos, and kairos.
A written reflection on the project and process.
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Understand and Critique a Text’s use of Ethos, Logos, Pathos, and Kairos.
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Carroll, “Backpacks Vs. Briefcases: Steps Toward Rhetorical Analysis”
Texas A&M Writing Center, Introduction to Ethos, Pathos, Logos
WritingCommons.org, Kairos (definition and explanation)
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Revise assignment from Module 1 to incorporate analysis of ethos, logos,
pathos, and kairos
Rhetorical analysis of a text (visual, print, digital, or mixed media)
Letter to the Editor
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Learning Objectives
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Learning Outcomes:
Learning Targets:
Suggested Texts:
Suggested
Assessment of
Student Mastery of
Concepts/Skills:
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Suggested Learning Progression of Concepts/Skills:
Key: (R=Rhetorical Knowledge, C=Critical Thinking, Writing, and Reading, P=Processes, W=Conventions of
Writing; #=Learning Objective)
Week 1
Discuss Readings Using Students’ Annotations
1. Texas A&M Writing Center, Introduction to Ethos, Pathos, Logos
2. WritingCommons.org, Kairos (definition and explanation)
3. Carroll, “Backpacks Vs. Briefcases: Steps Toward Rhetorical Analysis”
(C; 13.1) (50 minutes)
Put Knowledge into Practice
4. Using 2-3 teacher-selected texts, practice the process of rhetorical analysis specifically to
address logos, ethos, pathos, and kairos. (C; R; 13.1; 13.2) (50 minutes)
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Week 2
Formal Writing Assignment
5. Introduce assignment and the text(s) students will analyze (R; 13.7) (15 minutes)
6. Group work to brainstorm textual elements to analyze. (C; R; 13.1; 13.6) (30 minutes)
7. Plan basic structure of essay. (P; 13.7) (5 minutes)
Writing Workshop:
1. First draft and reflective writer’s statement workshopped by peers. (P; 13.4; 13.3; 13.7)
(50 minutes)
2. Revision work in and out of class. (P; 13.4) (100 minutes)
3. Teacher draft with reflective writer’s statement due at end of week. (Teacher will provide
feedback to facilitate student revision. At teacher’s discretion, students complete a final
draft within a few days or for a final portfolio.) (P; 13.4) (0 minutes)
Glossary of Terms:
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Constructive critique: part of peer workshop where students provide effective
commenting.
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Peer workshop: when students serve as readers to provide feedback in a
specified and modeled way developed with the instructor. Must model effective
commenting.
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Rhetorical appeals (ethos, pathos, logos, kairos)
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ethos: credibility of writer
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pathos: emotion of writer
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logos: evidence provided by writer
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kairos: appropriate timing of writer
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Module 3: Inquiry
Estimated Time
Required:

5 Weeks

1 – Drawing on a variety of texts, complete writing tasks that demonstrate an
understanding of the rhetorical situations presented in those texts. Students will
use critical thinking processes such as abstracting, representing, incorporating,
and synthesizing ideas from diverse points of view.
2 – Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of two or more texts on the
same topic, synthesizing information learned in order to convey complex ideas
and incorporating evidence into student's argument.
3 – Develop the skill of constructive critique focusing on higher order concerns,
including matters of design, during peer workshops.
4 – Use technology to practice and develop writing processes pertaining to
invention, revision, organization, drafting through multiple drafts, editing, and
adjusting for rhetorical context (purpose, audience, persona, social context, and
genre)
5 – Compose viable research questions and conduct research required to answer
them using library databases and other credible sources.
6 – Use text-based evidence to support written analysis and arguments.
7 – Reflect on the ways in which different writing tasks and elements of the
writing process contribute to writing development.
One research question that will be the basis of a formal research project.
A written evaluation of sources.
Notes that include paraphrase, summaries, and appropriately cited direct quotes.
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Learning Objectives
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Learning Outcomes:
Learning Targets:
Suggested Texts:
Suggested
Assessment of
Student Mastery of
Concepts/Skills:
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Compose research questions
Conduct research
Use library databases and other credible resources to address the research
question
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George Mason University Writing Center, “How to Write a Research Question”
Haller, “Walk, Talk, Cook, Eat: A Guide to Using Sources”
Purdue OWL (Online Writing Lab), MLA Formatting and Style Guide
UMASS Writing Program, “Developing Better Research Questions”
UT Chattanooga Library, Research Tutorial Videos
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Annotated bibliography of 6-8 sources (example assignment)
Exploratory essay (explores the research question and incorporates ideas from
outside sources)
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Suggested Learning Progression of Concepts/Skills:
Key: (R=Rhetorical Knowledge, C=Critical Thinking, Writing, and Reading, P=Processes, W=Conventions of
Writing; #=Learning Objective)
Week 1
Discuss Readings Using Students’ Annotations:
1. George Mason University Writing Center, “How to Write a Research Question”
2. UMASS Writing Program, “Developing Better Research Questions”
3. Instructor-selected thematic readings to give students some shared knowledge of a topic
(optional) (C; 13.1) (50 minutes)
Composing and Revising Research Questions
4. Draft and peer review potential research questions. (P; 13.3; 13.5) (50 minutes)
Formal Writing Assignment
5. Introduce the Annotated Bibliography assignment and discuss samples. (R; W; 13.7) (50
minutes)
Week 2
Locating and Using Sources Effectively
1. Students view video tutorials before class: UT Chattanooga Library, Research Tutorial
Videos
(C; 13.5) (0 minutes)
2. Campus-Specific Library Instruction (how to access databases, etc.) (C; 13.5) (50
minutes)
3. Review citation formatting with UMASS Writing Program, “Developing Better Research
Questions”
(W; 13.8) (20 minutes)
4. Review evaluating sources with Haller, “Walk, Talk, Cook, Eat: A Guide to Using
Sources”. (C; 13.1) (50 minutes)
5. Begin locating and evaluating sources in and out of class. (P; C; 13.1; 13.5) (30 minutes)
Week 3
Locate and Evaluate Sources
1. Locate and evaluate sources in and out of class. (P; C; 13.1; 13.5) (120 minutes)
2. Peer review at least 2 bibliography entries (citation AND annotation) (C; 13.3) (30
minutes)
Week 4
Locate and Integrate Sources
1. Continue research. (P; C; 13.1; 13.5) (50 minutes)
2. Peer review an additional 3 bibliography entries in class (citation AND annotation). (C;
13.3) (30 minutes)
Writing Workshop
3. First full draft and reflective writer’s statement workshopped by peers. (C; 13.3) (40
minutes)
4. Revision work in and out of class. (P; 13.6) (30 minutes)
Week 5
Critically Review, Revise, and Replace Sources
1. Locate, evaluate, and annotate additional sources to replace less effective ones on earlier
draft. (P; C; 13.1; 13.5) (100 minutes)
2. Reflect on research process and the “big picture” the sources paint with regard to the
research question. (P; 13.7) (50 minutes)
3. Teacher draft with reflective writer’s statement due at end of week. (Teacher will provide
feedback to facilitate student revision. At teacher’s discretion, students complete a final
draft within a few days or for a final portfolio.) (P; 13.4) (0 minutes)
 Annotated bibliography: summaries of each source, including citation and
Glossary of Terms:
remarks about their credibility.
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Module 4: Take a Position
Estimated Time
Required:
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3 Weeks
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1 – Drawing on a variety of texts, complete writing tasks that demonstrate an
understanding of the rhetorical situations presented in those texts. Students will
use critical thinking processes such as abstracting, representing, incorporating,
and synthesizing ideas from diverse points of view.
2 – Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of two or more texts on the
same topic, synthesizing information learned in order to convey complex ideas
and incorporating evidence into student's argument.
3 – Develop the skill of constructive critique focusing on higher order concerns,
including matters of design, during peer workshops.
4 – Use technology to practice and develop writing processes pertaining to
invention, revision, organization, drafting through multiple drafts, editing, and
adjusting for rhetorical context (purpose, audience, persona, social context, and
genre)
5 – Compose viable research questions and conduct research required to answer
them using library databases and other credible sources.
6 – Use text-based evidence to support written analysis and arguments.
7 – Reflect on the ways in which different writing tasks and elements of the
writing process contribute to writing development.
A thesis-driven documented essay that takes and supports a position addressing
the research question.
Qualify one’s claims to strengthen ethos.
Support one’s argument with a variety of evidence
Avoid plagiarism by summarizing, paraphrasing, and quoting accurately
Understand and avoid fallacies
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Harvard College Writing Center, “Strategies for Essay Writing”
Indiana University Writing Center, “Using Evidence”
Stedman, “Annoying Ways People Use Sources”
“Thou Shalt Not Commit Logical Fallacies”
University of Idaho, “Qualifying Claims”
University of North Carolina Writing Center, “Qualifiers”
University of North Carolina Writing Center, “Evidence”
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Researched Position Paper (example assignment)
White paper
Detailed advocacy website
Proposal
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Learning Objectives
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Learning Outcomes:
Learning Targets:
Suggested Texts:
Suggested
Assessment of
Student Mastery of
Concepts/Skills:
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Suggested Learning Progression of Concepts/Skills:
Key: (R=Rhetorical Knowledge, C=Critical Thinking, Writing, and Reading, P=Processes, W=Conventions of
Writing; #=Learning Objective)
Week 1
Qualifying Claims:
1. Discuss using students’ annotations University of Idaho, “Qualifying Claims” (C, 13.1)
(20 minutes)
2. Formulate a workable thesis with sufficiently qualified claims. (P; 13.6) (30 minutes)
Marshaling Compelling Evidence
3. Discuss Stedman, “Annoying Ways People Use Sources” (C, 13.1) (50 minutes)
4. Discuss using students’ annotations University of North Carolina Writing Center,
“Evidence” (C, 13.1) (25 minutes)
5. Discuss using students’ annotations Indiana University Writing Center, “Using Evidence”
(C, 13.1) (25 minutes)
6. Submit a 5-6 sentence paragraph that outlines your thesis and main supporting points for
quick teacher feedback. (P; 13.6) (0 minutes)
Week 2
Organizing and Writing the Researched Position Paper
1. Discuss using students’ annotations “Strategies for Essay Writing” (C, 13.1) (20 minutes)
2. Discuss using students’ annotations “Thou Shalt Not Commit Logical Fallacies” (C, 13.1)
(30 minutes)
3. Mini peer review of informal essay outline, looking for text-based evidence and
identifying potential fallacies. (P; 13.3) (30 minutes)
4. Peer review first draft and writer’s statement. (P; 13.3) (70 minutes)
Week 3
Revising to Tighten the Argument
1. Prepare revised draft and writer’s statement for peer review. (P; 13.2; 13.3) (70 minutes)
Editing in Context
2. Mini-lessons on common sentence errors found during peer review. (C; 13.7) (30
minutes)
3. In-class revision and editing draft for teacher review. (P; 13.8) (50 minutes)
Glossary of Terms:
 Invention: discovering (via brainstorming, prewriting and others) the best way
to persuade.
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Revision: The first in a series of three post-writing tasks, revision involves
higher order concerns such as thesis, audience, purpose, organization and
development.
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Module 5: Showcase
Estimated Time
Required:
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2 Weeks
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1 – Drawing on a variety of texts, complete writing tasks that demonstrate an
understanding of the rhetorical situations presented in those texts. Students will
use critical thinking processes such as abstracting, representing, incorporating,
and synthesizing ideas from diverse points of view.
2 – Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of two or more texts on the
same topic, synthesizing information learned in order to convey complex ideas
and incorporating evidence into student's argument.
3 – Develop the skill of constructive critique focusing on higher order concerns,
including matters of design, during peer workshops.
4 – Use technology to practice and develop writing processes pertaining to
invention, revision, organization, drafting through multiple drafts, editing, and
adjusting for rhetorical context (purpose, audience, persona, social context, and
genre)
5 – Compose viable research questions and conduct research required to answer
them using library databases and other credible sources.
6 – Use text-based evidence to support written analysis and arguments.
7 – Reflect on the ways in which different writing tasks and elements of the
writing process contribute to writing development.
8 – Produce readable and engaging finished products that reflect appropriate
academic textual conventions of presentation and free from distracting errors.
A student selected, substantially transformed showpiece that reflects the
student’s growth over the course of the semester.
Deepen students’ reflection and revision skills
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Lunsford, “20 Most Common Errors”
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Showcase Portfolio (example assignment)
Speech based on research project
Revised and transformed project from modules 1-4 (addressing a different
audience, taking a different side, changing the genre, etc.)
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Learning Objectives
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Learning Outcomes:
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Learning Targets:
Suggested Texts:
Suggested
Assessment of
Student Mastery of
Concepts/Skills:
Suggested Learning Progression of Concepts/Skills:
Key: (R=Rhetorical Knowledge, C=Critical Thinking, Writing, and Reading, P=Processes, W=Conventions of
Writing; #=Learning Objective)
Week 1
Reinforcing Reflection and Revision:
1. Introduce options for this module—portfolio or re-mix—and examine samples. (For the
purpose of this document, imagine a final portfolio assignment.) (R; 13.7) (50 minutes)
2. Reflective Writing Exercises on students’ writing processes and products. Identify 2-3
passages from your revised drafts that demonstrate your growth as a writer this semester.
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3.
(R; P; 13.7) (50 minutes)
Small groups: Students share portfolios and help one another identify themes and patterns,
shifts in style, and development across the semester. (R; P; 13.7) (50 minutes)
Week 2
Editing:
1. Copy-editing work similar to that described here:
http://www.umass.edu/writingprogram/teaching/database/_resourcecontents_copyedit.htm
l . (C; P; 13.8) (100 minutes)
2. Prepare final reflective statement for portfolio. Activities might be similar to this. (P; C;
13.7; 13.8) (50 minutes)
 Higher order concerns: thesis, audience, purpose, organization and
Glossary of Terms:
development.
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Module 1 Example Assignment: Effective or Not?
Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of a magazine advertisement. You may write on the ad of your choice,
but you must be able to provide a link or attachment when you post your analysis.
Situation: You work for an advertising agency, or the company that makes the product advertised, and you are
evaluating the ad for your employer. You will need to present a clear thesis and develop it. You should discuss
the audience, tone, message, and effectiveness of the ad, but not in a formulaic way. ONE clearly developed
essay should be submitted, and you can be as creative as you want. Note: "This is a really, really good/bad
advertisement" isn’t an appropriate thesis statement.
This essay should be 3-4 typed pages.
*Consider everything in the ad as a possible communicator: text, images, colors, location, people (their clothes,
appearance, expressions, etc.), activity, etc.
To accomplish this work: Focus on the five elements of writing- purpose, audience, tone, social context, and
genre. You will first need to determine the purpose of and audience for the piece, and make a judgment about
whether they are a good “match.” In other words, is this audience an appropriate one for this piece of writing?
You will also consider how well the author uses tone and genre, and makes the best use of social context.
Format: Double-spaced, Times New Roman font or similar, 12 pt.
Length: 1000-1250 words (about 3-4 DS pages).
Expectations: A successful ad analysis will address or include the following features:
 Your thesis. What do you say about the degree to which the writing in your chosen opinion piece is
effective? What do you think its purpose was? Who was the audience? Do you think the audience would
have the reaction the author probably intended? Why or why not? Take all of these things into account
when you compose your thesis.
 Brief summary. The primary goal of this essay is analysis. Therefore, you will need to provide enough
summary that we will all be familiar with what is displayed in the advertisement, but your audience does
not need more than a paragraph or so summarizing the ad because they will be able to see a copy of your
ad that you will submit when submitting this analysis.
 Detailed analysis of the ad. This is the bulk of your analysis. Convey your thinking about the elements
that make the piece more or less effective: purpose, audience, tone, genre, social context, and kairos.
You do not have to address every element. Instead, focus on the rhetorical elements that work together
to make your text effective or not, but be sure to address at least 5 specific elements of effective
writing. By “5” I mean 5 different elements, not 5 instances of the same element (tone, for example).
Your essay should thoroughly explain how each element you mention contributes to or detracts from the
writing’s effectiveness. Using subheaders throughout you analysis may be effective in not only helping
you to organize your draft, but also to help your audience follow the pattern of the organization.
 Specific supporting details. You must back up your claims with specific examples from your ad.
 A writer’s statement to accompany each draft. Use this space to reflect on your writing process. What
are you trying to accomplish with this piece? What is going well so far? What is giving you trouble?
What kinds of feedback would be most helpful to you at this point? For drafts after the first draft: How
is this draft different from previous versions? How do you think the changes have improved the draft?
Deadlines:
Establish separate deadlines for multiple drafts considering peer review, instructor feedback, and
final revision.
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Module 2 Example Assignment: Rhetorical Analysis
This assignment is a continuation of the assignment that ended Module 1. For that assignment, you examined an
advertisement to identify the five elements of effective writing at work in it: purpose, audience, tone, social
context, and genre. For this assignment, consider the same advertisement, but extend your analysis to identify
and evaluate the ways it appeals to ethos, pathos, logos, and kairos.
Format: Double-spaced, Times New Roman font or similar, 12 pt.
Length: 1000-1250 words (about 3-4 DS pages).
Expectations: This successful rhetorical analysis will address or include the following features:
 Your thesis. What do you say about how well the ad employs appeals to ethos, pathos, logos, and
kairos? You may want to stress that the ad relies more heavily on one or two appeals, but be sure to
address all four.
 Brief summary. The primary goal of this essay is analysis. Therefore, you will need to provide enough
summary that we will all be familiar with what is displayed in the advertisement, but your audience does
not need more than a paragraph or so summarizing the ad because they will be able to see a copy of your
ad that you will submit when submitting this analysis.
 Detailed analysis of the ad. This is the bulk of your analysis. Convey your thinking about how well
various rhetorical appeals are employed: ethos, pathos, logos, and kairos. Each of these four elements
might not be a primary means of communication, but you still need to address all four appeals—even if
you are claiming that the ad does a bad job of appealing to one of them.
 Specific supporting details. You must back up your claims with specific examples from your ad.
 A writer’s statement to accompany each draft. Use this space to reflect on your writing process. What
are you trying to accomplish with this piece? What is going well so far? What is giving you trouble?
What kinds of feedback would be most helpful to you at this point? For drafts after the first draft: How
is this draft different from previous versions? How do you think the changes have improved the draft?
Deadlines:
Establish separate deadlines for multiple drafts considering peer review, instructor feedback, and
final revision.
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Module 3 Example Assignment: Annotated Bibliography
Real research starts with questions, not “topics.” For this assignment, you will first brainstorm and then choose
a research question related to [instructor determines themes/parameters]. Pose a question that you would really
be interested in learning about and trying to answer. Then, write an annotated bibliography of 8 sources that
can help you answer your research question. An annotated bibliography is simply a list of sources with
annotations or detailed descriptions given with each source.
The goals of this assignment are for you to
 Understand the debates surrounding your research question
 Determine the major players (individuals or groups) involved with the issue
 Accurately summarize the positions of other writers
 Demonstrate your ability to evaluate the usefulness and credibility of potential research sources
 Practice and master correct MLA citation style
The sources you locate for this assignment will be the ones you draw on to write the next project, a researched
position paper. In that piece, you will be making some kind of argument regarding your research question, so it
is important to gather as much information about the issue as possible now.
Sources: Bibliographic entries should come from a variety of credible print and web sources: books,
magazines, respected newspapers, academic journals, blogs, and web sites, legislation, etc. Your sources
should be timely and credible ones that help you make your argument authoritatively. Sources older than a 2000
publication date could provide important historical context, but beware of using outdated sources. In addition,
you must include the following:
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At least five peer-reviewed academic sources—more is better.
Sources that discuss varying/opposing aspects of the research question.
No sources from Points of View Reference or Wikipedia.
No more than two sources from the same publication—to avoid bias.
Keep copies of all sources and bring them to (or be able to access them in) class and conferences.
Format: Follow the format used by the sample annotated bibliography available on our Blackboard site.
Title: Your RESEARCH QUESTION followed by a colon (:) and the words “An Annotated Bibliography.”
Annotations: Each annotation should be 4-6 sentences long and include the following information, though not
necessarily in individual sentences for each item.
1. Describe as specifically as you can what the source is about.
2. Specify the author’s thesis or main point.
3. Comment on the quality of the source and how it will contribute to addressing your research question,
especially in relation to your other sources.
You may find that you also need to provide additional information, such as the following:
1. If not made completely clear by the citation, identify the type of source (newspaper article, position paper,
book, blog entry, academic journal article, editorial, etc.).
2. Provide important context by identifying the writer (journalist, researcher, advocate, legislator, scholar,
etc.).
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3. If the source has an obvious bias, you need to explain it. Just because a source is “biased” doesn’t mean you
can’t use it. Most sources have some bias; you simply have to acknowledge that it exists and comment on
how that bias influences the information in the source.
Just as important, annotations MUST BE written in your own words. Do not copy an article’s abstract from a
database and paste it into your bibliography; doing so is plagiarism. Also, do not use direct quotes in the
annotations. And perhaps most important, annotations must be your original work and submitted for this class
only. In other words, do not “recycle” research writing from another class for this assignment.
Audience: Instructor and classmates, reading as people who are interested in your research question but have
limited knowledge of it.
Deadlines:
Establish separate deadlines for multiple drafts considering peer review, instructor feedback, and
final revision.
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Module 4 Example Assignment: Researched Position Paper
Now that you have thoroughly researched your research question, as well as located and read solid, credible,
relevant sources, it’s time to attempt an answer. Using the sources you found for FA2 (the annotated
bibliography), write a well-documented argument that reveals, supports, and proves your position on the issue.
Your essay should also discuss some levels of opposition because a well-rounded, non-biased argument proves
the main point as well as discusses opposition to the main point. The essay must have a clear and wellsupported main point (thesis), draw from a variety of sources, and conclude with a Works Cited page. You are
required to use at least six (6) sources in this paper; these sources should come from your annotated
bibliography (3 of which must be academic sources). This paper must be on the same topic that you chose
for your annotated bibliography.
Your paper should be made up of your ideas (topic sentences) supported by your sources’ ideas. Make sure
your ideas take center stage rather than being an understudy of the sources’ ideas. The paragraphs should be a
combination of both source material and your ideas; this is known as synthesizing. (See BH p. 514-15 for an
example of a properly synthesized paragraph.) Remember, the reader will assume that the sentences are your
ideas unless you cite something, so make sure you cite correctly and consistently to avoid confusion and to
avoid committing plagiarism. Furthermore, in proving your argument, you should make use of appeals to logos
(logical evidence), ethos (your credibility, as well as that of the other authors you employ), and pathos
(emotional appeals). There should be considerably more logos than pathos and ethos.
You must
 have a clearly stated thesis.
 provide substantial and credible evidence for your claims.
 use a variety of types of evidence—examples, facts/stats, quotes, and personal experience, etc.
 appeal to your academic audience’s needs and interests.
 establish yourself as a credible authority by supporting your claim with evidence (logical, emotional,
and ethical evidence) chosen from a variety of sources.
 cite a minimum of six sources (3 of which must be academic).
 document your sources correctly and consistently.
 ensure that your paper is organized logically.
 construct properly organized paragraphs, whose topic sentences support your thesis.
 include an intriguing introduction.
 provide a strong conclusion that reiterates the main points of the paper.
 format as required.
 use proper grammar and mechanics.
 use MLA style.
 meet all page number and arrangement requirements as stated below.
Audience:
Academic (your instructor and other academics)
Speaker:
You, the academic
Tone:
Academic
Arrangement:
6 to 8 double-spaced pages, 1” margins, MLA heading, Times New Roman 12-point font,
Works Cited page, MLA style.
Deadlines:
Establish separate deadlines for multiple drafts considering peer review, instructor
feedback, and final revision.
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Module 5 Example Assignment: The Final Portfolio
The final portfolio gives you an opportunity to show how well you have demonstrated the course outcomes (on
the syllabus). To accomplish this purpose, your portfolio must contain these five documents:
1.
Reflective Opening Statement. This is the first piece I will read. It serves a purpose similar to that of
the writer’s statements you’ve been writing with each draft except that this single statement addresses
ALL your portfolio papers and is the only reflective piece in the portfolio. No other writer’s statements
should be included. In this opening statement, explain what you believe is your most significant progress
and growth as a writer in English 1010. Demonstrate your ethos as an effective academic writer by
organizing your statement, writing clearly and correctly, and addressing the questions below. Your
opening statement should be 2-3 double-spaced pages.
 What changes do you see in yourself as a writer from the beginning of the semester until now? Pull
some examples from your four Module Projects to support your statements. If relevant, also describe
changes that don’t necessarily show up on the pages of your final drafts. For example, have any of
your writing or revision habits changed?
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What is still difficult about writing that you need to continuing working on after this class? Again,
**pull some examples from your final projects to support your statements.** If relevant, also
describe difficulties that don’t necessarily show up on the pages of your final drafts. (For example,
time management may be an issue that actually shows up in drafts—in the sense that you didn’t
revise as much as you’d hoped to—but it’s difficult to pull one section from a final draft to
demonstrate an issue with time management.)
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End the statement by reflecting upon the portfolio evaluation criteria on the next page. Explain the
grade that best fits your portfolio only (not the whole course grade) and how it meets those criteria.
2.
Final draft of Module 1/2 Project
3.
Final draft of Module 3 Project
4.
Final draft of Module 4 Project
All portfolio drafts must be substantially revised to reflect your increased knowledge about writing and
your improved writing skills. Although I do expect these pieces to be edited for spelling and grammar
errors, making only those changes does not constitute full revision. Everyone needed to add some content
to fully revise your pieces. NOTE: I am happy to meet with you by appointment to help you revise very
particular issues (deciding how to cite a source, etc.) At this point in the semester, however, I am not able
to give comprehensive feedback to any paper that you email or drop off.
Format: All final projects in your portfolio, including the opening statement, must be typed, double-spaced,
titled, stapled, page-numbered, and have a four-line heading in the top left corner as follows:
Your Name
English 1010-[section]
Assignment # - Final Draft
Date
Turning it in: Save all your papers in order (Opening Statement, Mod1, Mod2, Mod3, Mod4) inside a digital
file folder and submit electronically.
Deadline: [TBD by instructor]
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Evaluation Criteria: The following are guidelines for grading your writing portfolios:
A = Texts fully meet all assignment requirements and offer appropriate responses to the original
assignment. The main purpose is stated clearly (via a title or thesis statement) and strongly supported
through credible evidence. Writing is clear, engaging, grammatically correct, and easy to read. Texts are
appropriate for the audience and show originality in details, word choice, and approach to the
assignment.
B = Texts meet assignment requirements and offer appropriate responses to the original assignment.
The main purpose is stated clearly (via a title or thesis statement) and strongly supported with credible
evidence. Writing is generally clear, engaging, grammatically correct, and easy to read, though there
may be a few minor problems. The text shows an understanding of audience expectations.
C = Texts adequately meet assignment requirements and respond adequately to the original assignment.
A thesis or main point is clear, but it may not be sufficiently focused or supported. Some problems with
organization, style, tone, or mechanics are also present.
D = Texts show some evidence of attempting to meet assignment requirements but have many problems
with organization, thesis support, word choice, style, or mechanics.
F = Texts fail to meet assignment requirements or have several major problems with tone, writing style,
thesis support, organization, and mechanics.
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Appendix C: Crosswalk: CCSS and Expository Writing Objectives
Common Core State Standards 11-12
Writing
11-12.1 Write arguments to support
claims in an analysis of substantive
topics or texts, using valid reasoning and
relevant sufficient evidence.
11-12.2 Write informative/explanatory
texts to examine and convey cocmplex
ideas, concepts, and information clearly
and accurately through the effective
selection, organizaion and analysis of
content.
11-12.3 Write narratives to develop real
or imagined experiences of events using
effective technique, well-hosen details,
and well-structured event sequences.
11-12.4 Produce clear and coherent
writing in which the development,
organization, and style are appropriate
to task, purpose, and audience.
11-12.5 Develop and strenghten writing
as needed by planning, revising, editing,
rewriting or trying a new approach,
fousing on addressing what is ost
significant for a specific purpose and
audience.
11-12.6 Use technology, including the
internet, to produce, publish, and update
individual or shared writing prouts in
reponse to ongoing feedback, incuding
new argumetns or information.
11-12.7 Conduct short as well as more
sustained research projects to answer a
question including a self-generated
question or solve a problem; narrow or
broaden the inquiry when appropriate;
synthesize multiple soures on the
subject, demonstrating understanding of
the subject under investigation.
11-12.8 Gather relevant information from
multiple authoritative print and digital
sources, using advanced searches
effectively; assess the strengths and
limitations of each source in terms of the
task, purpose, and audience; integrate
information into the text selectively to
maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding
plagiarism and overreliance on any one
source and following a standard format
for citation.
11-12.9 Draw evidence from literary or
informational texts to support analysis,
Notes
English 1010 Course Objectives
Text Types and
Purposes
13.1 Drawing on a variety of texts, complete writing
tasks that demonstrates an understanding of the
rhetorical situations presented in those
texts.Students will use critical thinking processes
such as abstracting, representing, incorporating,
and synthesizing ideas from diverse points of
view.
Text Types and
Purposes
Text Types and
Purposes
Production and
Distribution of
Writing
Production and
Distribution of
Writing
13.2 Write arguments to support claims in an
analysis of two or more texts on the same topic,
synthesizing information learned in order to convey
complex ideas and incorporating evidence into
student's argument.
Production and
Distribution of
Writing
13.3 Develop the skill of constructive critique
focusing on higher order concerns, including
matters of design, during peer workshops.
13.4 Use technology to practice and develop
writing processes pertaining to invention, revision,
organization, drafting through multiple drafts,
editing, and adjusting for rhetorical context
(purpose, audience, persona, social context, and
genre).
Research to Build
and Present
Knowledge
13.5 Compose viable research questions and
conduct research required to answer them using
library databases and other credible sources.
Research to Build
and Present
Knowledge
Research to Build
and Present
13.6 Use text-based evidence to support written
analysis and arguments.
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reflection, and research.
11-12.10 Write routinely over extended
time frames (time for research,
reflection, and revision) and shorter time
frames (a single sitting or a day or two)
for a range of tasks, purposes, and
audiences.
Language
11-12.1 Demonstrate command of the
conventions of standard English
grammar and usage when writing or
speaking.
11-12.2 Demonstrate command of the
conventions of standard English
capitalization, punctuation, and spelling
when writing.
11-12.3 Apply knowledge of language to
understand how language functions in
different contexts, to make effective
choices for meaning or style, and to
comprehend more fully when reading or
listening.
11-12.4 Determine or clarify the meaning
of unknown and multiple-meaning words
and phrases based on grades 11–12
reading and content, choosing flexibly
from a range of strategies.
11-12.5 Demonstrate understanding of
figurative language, word relationships,
and nuances in word meanings.
11-12.6 Acquire and use accurately
general academic and domain-specific
words and phrases, sufficient for
reading, writing, speaking, and listening
at the college and career readiness
level; demonstrate independence in
gathering vocabulary knowledge when
considering a word or phrase important
to comprehension or expression.
Knowledge
Range of Writing
13.7 Reflect on the ways in which different writing
tasks and elements of the writing process
contribute to writing development.
Conventions of
Standard English
13.8 Produce readable and engaging finished
products that reflect appropriate academic textual
conventions of presentation and free from
distracting errors.
Conventions of
Standard English
Knowledge of
Language
Vocabulary
Acquisition and
Use
Vocabulary
Acquisition and
Use
Vocabulary
Acquisition and
Use
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